Hornby R3984 LNER, P2 Class, 2-8-2, 2002 ‘Earl Marischal’ - Era 3 Locomotive

Hornby Train Toy: 2002 'Earl Marischal' was the second P2 to be constructed and differed from its predecessor in a few key ways. No. 2002 was fitted with more conventional Walschaerts/Gresley valve gear which changed the locomotive's characteristics. Toy Steam Locomotive: Discover Hornby steam locomotives for model railways. There are many to choose from, as well as DCC-fitted, DCC-ready, and analogue models. OO Gauge Locomotives: Hornby's finely detailed OO gauge model trains and rolling stock are designed for robust and smooth operation, ensuring compatibility with standard Hornby tracks. Era 3 - Grouping: Following a period of government control of the railways during the First World War and in its aftermath, the myriad of operating companies were amalgamated into the ‘Big Four’ of the GWR, LMS, LNER and SR, plus a number of ‘joint railways’.